2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
